Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NNCS-0649
Organization's ID:
SPAN2152
Organization:
National Cryptologic University
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
2 weeks (80 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Spanish translation
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to strengthen the student's ability to analyze authentic ILR (Interagency Language Roundtable) Level 2+* (ACTFL Advanced High) Spanish texts and translate them into idiomatic journalistic English.

Learning Outcomes:

  • compose a journalistic-style English translation of a 300-500 word Spanish text on political, economic, internal, or military issues, using working aids
  • summarize the content of a 300-500 word Spanish text
  • defend word choices and grammar constructions, citing hardcopy and/or online resources

General Topics:

  • Human trafficking
  • Islamic terrorism in Latin America
  • Idiomatic expressions
  • Cybercrime and cybersecurity
  • Technology trends in Latin America
  • Immigration
  • Intergovernmental regional organizations (e.g., The Union of South American Nations)
  • Political crises in Latin American countries
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials